I am posting today some beetles by an unknown, presumably Japanese, manufacturer that were released as premiums in conjunction with Coca Cola. Three mysteries remain: 1) who made them, 2) what year were they released, and 3) how many were there. At the time of this initial writing, I have five. I was hoping posting them would spark recognition by someone.

The figures are small, typical TOOB/tube/gashapon sized. To put things in perspective, the diameter of the base is 3.5 cm. The beetles are single-piece, good quality plastic that can easily removed from the base. The base has the Japanese name on one side and the Coca Cola logo on the other. They are pretty nice in terms of quality and accuracy.

I am pretty sure Kaiyodo did not make them, as they usually mark the base if not the figure itself (but I could be wrong). Takara Tomy and Bandai are possibilities. Any help in identifying the manufacturer would be most appreciated!

I don't recall if the Kaiyodo Coca Cola tie-ins had the manufacturer printed on them. I have one of the JP ones so I'll check and get back to you. They would still be my first guess solely because the two companies have worked together before.

I don't recall if the Kaiyodo Coca Cola tie-ins had the manufacturer printed on them. I have one of the JP ones so I'll check and get back to you. They would still be my first guess solely because the two companies have worked together before.

Thank you. Kaiyodo would be my first guess, and it makes good sense. A lot of Kaiyodo's earlier releases were associated with food products of some sort. I just think all my Kaiyodo figures are stamped 'KAIYODO' somewhere. My best friend's girlfriend works for Coca Cola, I may pass the link to her LOL.